We are a 501C-3 Non-Profit Christ-based ministry dedicated to serving the homeless, needy, underprivileged, frail, elderly, and working poor in the Greater Ocala area.        

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 St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church

3803 N.E. 7th. Street, Ocala, Florida 34470

*News & Announcements*

A touching visit to “Gateway to Hope” at St. Patrick’s…

It’s been and continues to be a fierce battle with cancer. He faced near-fatal hospitalizations. But finally, Wayne G., a …
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Stop! Ceasar says; “Sorry, No lunch distribution this Thursday 10-10-24 due to Hurricane Milton!”

Stop! Ceasar says; “Sorry, No lunch distribution this Thursday 10-10-24 due to Hurricane Milton!”

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**Dedication in Action: Volunteers at Gateway to Hope Brave the Elements** 

**Dedication in Action: Volunteers at Gateway to Hope Brave the Elements** 

At Gateway to Hope, the heart of the operation isn’t just the food that feeds hundreds of families—it’s the volunteers …
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We are closed tomorrow Thursday, 9-26-24 due to the Hurricane!

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Feeding the hungry; More Stories of Inspiration.

Feeding the hungry; More Stories of Inspiration.

In 2011, a woman named Katie Davis, a 22-year-old from Tennessee, moved to Uganda and started a nonprofit organization called …
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Feeding the hungry; Stories of Inspiration.

Feeding the hungry; Stories of Inspiration.

At Gateway to Hope, we cherish uplifting narratives that resonate with our mission. Here is one such story from India …
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Making a difference

We all have different gifts from God.
Use your gifts to serve others.
It is always more blessed to give than receive.

We offer DRIVE-THOUGH free food pick-up for individuals and families who need support meeting their basic nutritional needs.

Gateway to Hope provides free nutritious food;

PACKAGED / BAGGED FOOD
Saturday mornings
7:30 AM & ends 10 AM.

A PREPARED LUNCH
Thursdays
11:00 AM.
(Note: Saturday afternoon
distributions have been suspended)

We can receive food, monetary and other donations at; St. Patrick’s Church at 3803 N.E. 7th. Street, Ocala, Florida 34470.
You can also donate right here! We’re thankful for your support! Click PayPal icon below to donate!

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Music is an integral part of life. During some food distributions at Gateway to Hope Ministries, we provide music, which helps connect us with God and each other, breaking cultural and religious barriers. Our moods can be changed, depression can be combated, and joy can be expressed!

The Bible references the importance of songs, worship, and praise in the church. Music fulfills God’s command to use our talents to glorify God. We also learn about the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the promises it carries.

Through hymns and songs of praise, people are made to see life and God in a different light. We are able to see the wonders of God’s creation and the universe around them. As Saint Augustine famously said, “He who sings prays twice”.

Here at Gateway to Hope Ministries, we embrace the recycling initiative. Volunteers devote much time and energy to assure that everything that can be recycled, is recycled.

Recycling is an important step in reducing waste and conserving resources. By recycling, we can reduce the amount of waste that ends up in landfills and help to conserve natural resources such as trees, water, and minerals ♻️